In his first book, queer Atlanta fine art photographer David Clifton-Strawn celebrates the diversity and vibrance of Atlanta’s arts scene. “After a Long Intermission: Portraits from Atlanta’s Creative Community” presents 100 portraits of painters, sculptors, writers, burlesque performers, dancers, actors, gallerists, and other beloved and influential artists that call Atlanta home.

Clifton-Strawn’s journey to releasing his debut book was a long one, as its title alludes. He started as a photographer in his early 20s but fell away from the medium after his partner died from AIDS. He picked the camera back up in his 50s to start this project but got sidetracked again by the COVID-19 pandemic. After receiving the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs’ 2022-23 Emerging Artist Award, he was inspi

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